The satellite images were converted by NASA into a graphical representation of the extent. On it, you can see how the Arctic sea ice continuously retreats until mid-September. The yellow line at the end represents the 30-year average of the minimum extent. Video:...
The Pine Island Glacier and the ice shelf in front of it have been under scientific study for years. If the ice shelf disappears, the ice masses behind it will flow unchecked into the Southern Ocean. This is likely to raise sea levels by up to half a meter. Photo:...
One of the last big international expeditions to the Russian Arctic was the “Arctic Century” expedition led by the Swiss Polar Institute and GEOMAR in cooperation with the Russian Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute. All scientific collaborations...
Alaska showed above average temperatures already in May and it continued through the end of June. For example, in the northernmost community of the U.S. state, Utqiavik, 18°C was reported. This leads to supply problems and also more wild and tundra fires. Image: NASA...
Permafrost covers about 10 percent of the earth. If the permafrost thaws, the ground loses its stability. Coastal areas are then at risk of severe corrosion and irretrievable land loss, and the thawing ground releases even more greenhouse gases. Image: Lutz...
